DD13 has not had her 1st period but is 5ft 7 and 7.5 stone weight so should be catching up any day soon. In the last few months her skin is deteriorating. She does not get big, boil-type spots but has dozens of small pimples - all over. Both dh and I suffered badly through our teens but mine were usually only t-zone and I'm not sure what dh's were - he doesn't have scarring but says he had "awful" spots. I feel no-one should have to suffer - her confidence is plummeting - and despite cost being an issue (am in ROI so €60 GP visit; up to €200 dermatologist consultation plus up to €130 in medication costs per month - that's the cap I think) I will happily pay if I think there's something they can do. She eats a very healthy diet: non-dairy, low sugar, high fibre, is very sporty and so far I have tried upping her vitamin uptake, making sure she cleanses everyday, steams regularly but they are getting worse.
So, has anyone had success with GP's re acne?
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LeotardoDaVinci · 24/01/2016 22:39
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